HPE ProLiant DL360 G10 1U Rack Server – Dense, Secure, Flexible Computing

The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 is a secure, high-performance 1U rack server designed to power virtualization, databases, and compute-intensive workloads in modern data centers. Built to deliver security without sacrificing agility or flexibility, this dense server helps you consolidate workloads, accelerate insights, and deploy mission-critical applications with confidence. With a compact footprint, scalable memory, and robust management features, the DL360 Gen10 is engineered to handle demanding workloads while maintaining energy efficiency and ease of administration.

• Dense, scalable performance for virtualization and databases: The DL360 Gen10 packs a capable Intel Xeon Silver 4210R 2.4 GHz processor into a 1U chassis, delivering strong multi-core performance for virtualization platforms, transactional databases, and high-performance computing. Its design targets workloads that require reliable compute density in a compact footprint, making it an ideal choice for data centers that must maximize space without compromising throughput.
• Security-first architecture for data protection: HPE Gen10 servers integrate robust security features, including firmware and hardware protections designed to minimize attack surfaces and defend firmware from tampering. With Silicon Root of Trust and runtime firmware protection baked into the platform, sensitive workloads and customer data are safeguarded from boot to runtime, aligning with modern security best practices in enterprise environments.
• Flexible storage configuration with fast SSD performance: This DL360 Gen10 is configured with 960 GB of solid-state storage across two 480 GB SSDs, providing fast I/O to accelerate databases, analytics, and virtual machines. The drives are organized in a configurable array (commonly RAID) to balance performance and data protection, enabling your storage topology to meet your workload requirements and availability targets.
• 1U form factor with enterprise reliability: The 1U rack-mount design delivers dense compute power while preserving reliability features essential for data centers, including remote management, redundant components where configured, and efficient power usage. The server is designed for easy deployment in existing racks, with thoughtful airflow and expansion options to support growing workloads.
• Proven management and Smart Choice value: With integrated management tooling, iLO-based remote console access, and HPE Smart Choice practicality, you gain streamlined lifecycle management, quick deployment, and predictable TCO. This combination helps administrators monitor health, deploy updates, and scale workloads with confidence while optimizing overall infrastructure spend.

Technical Details of HPE ProLiant DL360 G10

• Processor: Intel Xeon Silver 4210R, 2.4 GHz, 10 cores (base) with multi-core performance suitable for virtualization and database workloads.
• Memory: 64 GB RAM (DDR4) configured to deliver solid multi-threaded performance for virtual machines and in-memory databases, with room to scale as workloads grow.
• Storage: 960 GB total SSD storage, configured as 2 × 480 GB SSDs. Provides high read/write speeds for databases, virtualization stores, and rapid boot times, with flexible RAID-style configuration options to meet redundancy and performance needs.
• Storage Controller: Serial ATA, 12 Gb/s SAS Controller, enabling fast connectivity for the installed SSDs and compatibility with enterprise-grade storage layouts.
• Form Factor: 1U rack server designed to maximize compute density in data centers, with standard racking compatibility and efficient cooling.
• Security and manageability: Features emphasize firmware integrity, remote management (e.g., iLO), and enterprise-grade lifecycle tooling to simplify deployment, monitoring, and updates across the server fleet.

How to install HPE ProLiant DL360 G10

• Plan your rack layout and ensure appropriate clearance, power supply, and cooling. Verify room temperature and airflow specifications to maintain optimal performance and longevity of the DL360 G10.
• Install the server into a standard 19-inch rack using the provided rails. Secure the chassis firmly and connect power and grounding to prevent electrical issues during operation.
• Connect management and networking: attach Ethernet connections to management and data networks as required. Configure IP addressing for remote management access via iLO, so you can monitor health and perform remote administration.
• Power on and enter the iLO interface to initialize the system. Update firmware and drivers to the latest versions to ensure compatibility, security, and performance optimizations for the Gen10 platform.
• Configure storage: set up the two 480 GB SSDs in the desired array (e.g., RAID 1 for redundancy or other configurations based on workload). Install the operating system from your preferred source and begin provisioning virtual machines or databases as needed.
• Deploy and monitor: initialize your virtualization layer or database service, assign resources (CPU, memory, storage) based on workload demands, and enable monitoring with built-in tools to maintain performance and reliability.
• Maintain ongoing upkeep: apply firmware updates, review system health metrics, and keep security configurations up to date to protect data and workloads from evolving threats.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What processor does this HPE ProLiant DL360 G10 include?
  A: It is equipped with an Intel Xeon Silver 4210R processor running at 2.4 GHz, offering 10 cores to support virtualization, databases, and compute-intensive tasks.
• Q: How much memory does the server have?
  A: The unit ships with 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, suitable for moderate virtualization and datacenter workloads, with capacity to scale as demand increases.
• Q: What is the storage configuration?
  A: The server includes 960 GB of SSD storage configured as two 480 GB drives (2 × 480 GB). This provides fast I/O for workloads such as databases and virtualization, with flexible RAID configuration options for redundancy and performance.
• Q: What are the management features?
  A: The DL360 Gen10 supports enterprise management through iLO and other HPE management tools, enabling remote access, health monitoring, firmware updates, and streamlined lifecycle management.
• Q: Is this server suitable for virtualization and dense workloads?
  A: Yes. The DL360 G10 is designed as a dense, secure 1U rack server capable of handling virtualization, databases, and HPC-style workloads, with strong security features and flexible storage options to support diverse environments.